Vanilla Custard
This easy vanilla custard is a rich and silky dessert made with cream, egg yolks, and vanilla for a classic, comforting flavor. Perfect served warm over cakes and pies or chilled with fresh berries, this versatile treat is simple to prepare and sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup (or granulated sugar)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch, arrowroot powder, or tapioca flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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Heat the Cream & Milk – In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream and whole milk. Heat until it starts to simmer (small bubbles along the edges), then remove from heat.
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Temper the Eggs – In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks, honey (or maple syrup), cornstarch, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Combine & Cook – Slowly pour half of the hot cream mixture into the egg mixture while whisking continuously. Then, return everything to the saucepan.
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Thicken the Custard – Stir over medium-low heat for 1-3 minutes, until it thickens slightly. The custard will continue to thicken as it cools.
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Serve or Chill – Enjoy warm over desserts or transfer to a bowl, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface, and chill for 4 hours or overnight before serving cold.
Notes
- Variations: Infuse with a vanilla bean, add almond extract, or sweeten with granulated sugar instead of honey/maple syrup.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Reheating: Gently warm over a double boiler, stirring continuously. Avoid microwaving to prevent curdling.
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